Capture Your Story in 4 Easy Steps
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Step 1
Ask
Each week, you receive a thoughtfully crafted question about your life journey—from cherished childhood memories to life-changing moments that shaped who you are today.
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Step 2
Create
At your own pace, share your stories and upload meaningful photos. Our team professionally transforms your memories into a beautifully designed narrative.
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Step 3
Share
We print your life story into a premium hardcover book, crafted with archival-quality materials to last for generations.
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Step 4
Leave Your Legacy
Your memories become a priceless family heirloom—a beautifully preserved collection of your life's wisdom, adventures, and love that will connect your family for generations to come.
Effortless Storytelling with Voice-to-Text
For those who prefer speaking over typing, simply speak, and we'll do the rest—keeping every story authentic and true to voice.
Examples of the thoughtful questions your parents will answer
Personalized Covers
Discover Stories from Our Community
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“I ordered for my father, and he enjoys answering the questions and building a book to leave us kids. It’s one of the best presents I’ve ever given him. I highly recommend this to all those adult children looking for a special gift for their older family members.”
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“This was gifted by my daughter and is definitely worth the time. What I got in the end is simply stunning. The book itself was lovely, and it was wonderful to be able to share stories with my daughter that I had never told her before.”
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“I had an outstanding experience with this company! Their system is incredibly user-friendly, making it easy for anyone to write a book. The final product looks amazing, and I am thrilled to be able to give such a special gift. ”
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“My daughter purchased this for me for Christmas. I’ve enjoyed reminiscing about so many things in my life. I had forgotten many special days & times with family that brought me joy & hopefully will bring joy to my daughters and grandchildren when complete.”
Hear it from our Customers
Bring Your Stories to Life with an Audiobook
With just a short audio clip, we can create a full narration of your book – in your own voice!
Have a Question?
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Who’s My Life in a Book?
We're so glad you asked! My Life in a Book is a guided storytelling platform that helps people create meaningful hardcover books through thoughtful questions. Whether you're preserving family memories or exploring personal growth, our prompt-based programs make it easy to transform life stories into beautiful keepsakes.
What kind of questions do you have?
We’ve crafted thousands of thoughtful questions, covering everything from childhood memories to life lessons. Each account starts with 52 pre-selected questions—perfect for a year of storytelling—but you can swap any question using our extensive library or even add your own to make it truly personal. You can explore a range of questions for each book type using our shuffling tool using this link.
Can I choose the questions?
Yes! You can handpick the questions that mean the most to you, ensuring every story feels personal and true to you and your gift recipient.
What if I want to give the story prompt program in person?
We offer beautiful printable gift card options that you can download and print at home. These are included in the confirmation email sent after your purchase, so you can present the gift in person on Christmas Day, along with the gift email.
Can I add my own questions?
Absolutely! You’re welcome to add your own questions to make the experience even more personal.
Can both parents contribute to the same book?
Yes! You can select the "Add another author" option during checkout, which allows both parents or multiple contributors to write in the same book.
Which languages are available for your books?
We offer question sets in a variety of languages, including English, French, Spanish,
Italian, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, German, Arabic, Hebrew, Dutch, and
Portuguese.
How much does it cost?
Pricing starts at $79 for a one-year Story Prompt Program which includes one full-color keepsake book.
Can I order additional copies after the initial purchase?
Yes, you can order extra copies of your book at any time. Each extra copy costs $30.
Where do you ship to?
We ship worldwide! Shipping is free for customers in the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, as well as all countries in the European Union. For other countries, a shipping fee per package applies, ranging from $5 to $15, depending on the destination.
When do I choose the cover?
You can select the cover when the book is ready to be printed at the end of the story prompt program.
Can I edit my gift message before it’s sent on Christmas Day?
Yes, you can edit your gift message at any time before the scheduled delivery date.
What happens if my gift recipient doesn’t want to participate or isn’t happy with the gift?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee with no questions asked. If your recipient doesn’t want to participate, we’ll issue a full refund immediately.
How do I select a different language?
After your purchase is complete, you can select a different language in the account settings. This allows you to customize the story prompt program to your preferred language.
Will I be notified when the gift email is sent?
Yes, you’ll receive a confirmation email as soon as the gift email is sent to the recipient.
Can I purchase the audiobook later?
Yes, you can add the audiobook option when the book is complete.
Do I provide my shipping address now?
No, you’ll provide the shipping address when the book is ready to be printed.